Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly is an American R&B and soul band that emerged in the late 1970s. Their music is characterized by smooth, harmonious vocals led by Frankie Beverly, and their sound is typified by a fusion of soul, funk, and quiet storm. The band is particularly known for their live performances and their influential songs such as "Joy and Pain" and "Before I Let Go". The group's longevity and consistent popularity, especially among African-American audiences, cement their place in the annals of soul and R&B music history.